AU Washington College of Law Adjunct Faculty (Open Continuous)

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

American University Washington College of Law is seeking adjunct faculty to contribute to its diverse curriculum, teaching on campus, in online programs, and engaging with students one-on-one. A J.D.

or terminal degree is required; prior teaching experience is preferred, and offers are contingent on a successful background check. Position is part-time and on-site, with AU offering a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• JD degree or other terminal degree required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach on campus, in online programs, and work with students one-on-one.
• Contribute to curriculum and department programs at the law school.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

J.D. or terminal degree

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department

Washington College of Law

Time Type

Part time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Description

We're excited that you are interested in becoming a member of the Adjunct Faculty at American University. Adjunct faculty are a key component of the university community, enriching the curriculum with their professional experience and scholarly expertise. They play a vital role in every department and program in every school and college at the university, teaching on campus, in our on-line programs, and working with students one-on-one.

American University Washington College of Law is an institution with a unique heritage. It was founded over 120 years ago by two pioneering women - Ellen Spencer Mussey and Emma Gillett - at a time when women were generally excluded from the legal profession. Today, more than 120 years later, the faculty and administration of the law school believe that lawyers have a crucial role to play in the development of society, business, government, and individual freedoms. The law school is as a center of educational scholarly excellence where students from all backgrounds meet to study law.

J.D. or other terminal degree, required.

Prior teaching experience, preferred.

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package.

Other Details

Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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